Occupational Therapist

Full Time, Fixed Term Contract - Dates to be confirmed 80 hours per fortnight Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute, sub-acute, aged care and community services. NHW is seeking applications from Occupational Therapists who are team focused, enthusiastic and interested in pursuing opportunities to diversify and enhance their skills within a growing allied health team. The grade one therapist will participate in our rotational program which includes acute (medical/surgical), inpatient rehabilitation and community services six-month rotations which are supported by a senior Grade 2 therapist. We provide regular supervision, grade one peer support, new graduate allied health program and prioritise internal and external professional development opportunities. The Grade 1 OT will work with a collaboration of clients, their families and multidisciplinary staff, both across the organisation and with external service providers, and actively participate in supervision and continuing professional development. Our Region: Wangaratta has a population of approximately 30,000 and our catchment serves a community of around 100 000 throughout the northeast. An easy 2 ½ hours drive on the Hume freeway from Melbourne and less than an hour to Albury airport with direct flights to most of the large Australian cities. We have over 11 schools including private Catholic and Anglican schooling options for pre-year 12. Our region is a popular destination year-round. It boasts multiple national parks, picturesque small towns, award winning restaurants, wineries and breweries. Whether you want to hike, mountain bike and ski in the mountains, paddle the rivers or cruise on the rail trails there is something for everyone in the northeast. The successful applicant will benefit from: Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take‑home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs. 5 weeks annual leave and an additional week for any employee working 10 or more weekend shifts. There is also the option for full‑time employees to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish. Full‑time employees have the option to be able to purchase additional leave if they wish. Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice. Employee Assistant Programs (EAP) Well being programs and discounted corporate gym membership Social Club Benefits Support for our diverse workforce Applying for the role: Enquiries can be made with Kane Fitzpatrick on Confirmation of Influenza Vaccination or an approved medical exemption is required upon application. Covid Vaccination is strongly recommended A PD for this role can be downloaded below or at Applications must address the key selection criteria from the PD Employment Statutory Declaration form must be submitted with your application To apply for this position hit Apply Now/Join Now or head over to our careers page at All additional documents can be uploaded within the application after filling in the key selection criteria Applications close Sunday, 7th of December 2025 NHW do not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment companies #J-18808-Ljbffr